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    Living in a First Floor Apartment: Safety, Pros, and Cons

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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

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    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

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    What Is Power Steering Fluid?

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    Medicare Questions – Answering the Most FAQ

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    Fundamentals of Estate Planning

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    How to Move Your Pets into a New Home

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    5 Personal Watercraft Safety Tips

    Recreational Vehicles May 5, 2020

    There’s nothing like a day on the water – jumping waves, the wind in your hair, the sun on your face. Riding a personal watercraft (PWC) can be thrilling, but like operating any other vessel, you must know the proper techniques and safety precautions to stay safe. Whether you have a Jet Ski, Sea-Doo, WaveRunner,...

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    How to Save Water with Smart Devices

    Home - Safety September 27, 2018

    Hard-to-detect leaks can be frightening to homeowners. It’s not just the loss of water or the jump in your water services bill that can be difficult to deal with — it’s also the corrosive effects of undetected moisture that can cause costly damage and may necessitate extensive repairs. However, there are tools that can help...

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    How to Drive in the Rain

    Safety September 14, 2022

    Driving in the rain can be a slippery situation - slick road conditions, poor visibility and possible hydroplaning or skidding. More than 1 million weather-related crashes occur each year – most on wet pavement and nearly half while raining. Smart drivers know techniques for driving in the rain, avoiding hydroplaning and using the vehicle’s safety features. Here are some tips for driving in wet conditions that you can save for a rainy day.

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    Protect your house with a lightning protection system

    Home March 14, 2022

    What happens if lightning strikes your house Did you know that every year, the probability of your house getting struck by lightning is 1 in 2001? Luckily, the probability of you getting struck by lightning is only 1 in 500,0002, but that begs the question – what happens if your home is that 1 in...

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    15 Unusual Uses for Everyday Household Items [Slideshow]

    Maintenance August 27, 2021

    What do baby powder, olive oil, and dryer sheets have in common? They’re common household items—that when repurposed—can help solve many everyday problems. When it comes to cleaning and fixing things around the house, there are plenty of different uses for everyday items. Here are 15 household product uses. 1. Alka-Seltzer Clean build-up in your...

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    Tornado Watch vs Tornado Warning: What’s the Difference?

    Family & Life July 8, 2021

    Tornado season spans a roughly three-month period, from April through June, when the bulk of tornadoes occur in the U.S. Regardless of the season, tornadoes can spin up given the right conditions, presenting a serious danger to people, animals, and property.[1] That’s why it’s important to recognize the signs of a tornado threat and stay...

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    Is Black Mold Dangerous?

    Home July 2, 2021

    Few home ailments carry the notoriety of black mold. From allegations of cancer-causing potential to lung disease, the darkly colored fungus exists in near mythological infamy among homeowners. So, are the rumors well-founded? Is black mold dangerous? Well, any home that contains it is unlikely to pass a home inspection, however, this is also true...

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    How to Plant Annuals in Your Yard

    Home May 10, 2021

    Do you want to color your world, or at least your garden? If so, annuals are the way to go. It’s not too late to get transplants into the ground, although the sooner you plant them the better they’ll blossom.

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    20 Foods Poisonous to Dogs and Cats

    Pets November 16, 2020

    Certain foods that are good for humans can be dangerous and even toxic to pets – leading to a variety of health problems. Protect your dog or cat by not letting them get their paws on these dangerous foods.  Print out this handy PDF to hang on your fridge as a reminder of what foods are...

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    5 Safe Driving Tips for Spring

    Maintenance March 9, 2020

    Now that you’ve survived driving in the winter, getting around in spring should be a breeze, right? Not exactly. Spring presents its own unique challenges to motorists, experts say. For starters, there can be a “letting your guard down” mentality that sets in as the ice and snow have melted away, and pure giddiness over...

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    Should You Buy a Convertible Car?

    Buying / Selling March 4, 2020

    Once the weather heats up, every driver wants to roll their windows down and feel that warm breeze. Some may even take it a step further by owning a convertible. But if you’re on the fence about buying one, you may still be wondering, are convertibles safe? Furthermore, since convertibles tend to be slightly pricier,...

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    5 Best Indoor Plants That Are Great for Apartments [Video]

    Home December 13, 2019

    Having virtually no yard maintenance is one appealing benefit of apartment living. But while this lifestyle is convenient, you may find yourself wanting a little more greenery in your home. Bringing the outdoors in is an easy way to enliven your apartment. Even small spaces have room for a bit of nature, and adding a...

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    Retiree’s Guide to Senior Cruises

    Empty Nester November 14, 2019

    Cruises are a popular way for seniors to travel. More than 24 million passengers boarded cruise ships in 2016, and about half of them were seniors. [i] Some seniors are living on cruise ships, or they’re switching from cruise line to cruise line. That’s because the cost of staying aboard a ship is sometimes comparable...

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    How to Drive in Bad Weather [Video]

    New Drivers November 7, 2019

    Whether you’re a new driver or an experienced one, driving in bad weather is still stressful. You may actually stay safer on the road by knowing some basics about driving in inclement weather. Check out this short video and read below for tips on driving in bad weather. How to drive safely in blizzards, floods...

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  • Woman sitting on steps with dog on leash

    How to Make a Disaster Plan for Pets

    Pets June 26, 2019

    As climate changes continue on a global scale, the world is experiencing more natural disasters than ever before. In 2017, the U.S. experienced a historic year of weather and climate disasters. Experts predict that this pattern will continue and even get worse.[1] Part of being ready for a disaster means having an evacuation and preparedness...

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